I wonder why......


If power cables offer such dramatic improvements (not saying they do or don't), why don't component manufacturers supply them as part of a component sale? All high end components come with power cords that can be disconnected. The cost of a mid level aftermarket replacement cord is only a fraction of what the typical high end component costs so if sound is improved so much, why wouldn't a manufacturer want to "improve" the sound of their components by providing an upgraded cord at the point of sale? 

High end automobiles (Porsche, Ferrari, AMG, etc.) are typically supplied with the best tires available on the market. Often these are specifically designed by tire makers to the auto maker's specs. This is to extract every ounce of performance from their product. If high car makers did what audio manufacturers did, they would be supplying their cars with average, run of the mill tires expecting the buyer to upgrade on his own. Wouldn't audio component makers want to extract the best performance from their gear?

The only thing I can think of is that audio component manufacturers don't think so called upgraded power cables are worth the added cost.

What am I missing?

J.Chiappinelli
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The thing you are missing is the human desire to accessorize, and the dealer's markup on them.

Selling a dress is profitable, but the purse, shoes and belt will double the dealer's profit.

High end watches may be sold with very nice straps, and yet still the buyers want to get something different.


tobor007
I know many folks don't care for blind testing. However, why not use it as just a part of your buying decision?
Some have done just that.
Have you? If so, how did you conduct the tests? What were the results?
jchiappinelli -You're not missing anything, but you knew that before asking the question, didn't you?
Have you? If so, how did you conduct the tests? What were the results?

Yes, and not very scientific. Listen switch, Listen switch. My system, friends systems. With audiophiles, and the common unwashed that can't understand what they are not hearing. Are we missing subtle differences? Could be. Obvious differences, no. The guidelines were, trust your hearing, and no drinking while in the testing phase. 
What? No drinking?  If musical enjoyment is the end game, I submit one of the best tweeks is a glass of single malt (or your personal favorite adult beverage). Seriously, I rarely listen to my system without some libation. If i didn't prohibit myself from smoking indoors, I would also smoke a good cigar as a tweek to enhance the experience. After all, isn't the point of spending all this money to elevate your musical enjoyment experience, not collect hardware or achieve technical perfection. 

J.Chip